Christmas Eve box ideas: build your festive tradition
What is a Christmas eve box?
A Christmas Eve box is a collection of small gifts given on the 24th December. As traditions go, we're fully behind this one. It brings everyone together, adds some extra excitement to Christmas Eve, and can cost as much or as little as you like.
Thought to have been inspired by the Christmas celebrations of European countries, where presents are exchanged on December 24th, the Christmas Eve box is a relatively new tradition that’s become more and more popular over the last few years. And, while they’re usually aimed at children, there are no rules saying that adults can’t enjoy them too.
What to put in a Christmas eve box
A Christmas Eve box is what you make it. Personalise with different fillers to suit each recipient, whether you’re creating them for your family, kids, friends, partner - or even for yourself. They can have a theme or a formula (something to wear, something to eat, something to do, for instance), and can help map out the activities for the night before. A bauble, pair of socks, hot chocolate stirrer and a book, for example, means your Christmas Eve might involve adding one more decoration to the tree, popping on your socks and enjoying a hot chocolate and a good read before the big day. If you’re stuck for Christmas Eve box ideas, we have a selection to help you get inspired.
Our top Christmas eve box picks
A game is a great way to bring in some good old-fashioned fun. Gather family or friends together for a Christmas Eve games night, test their general knowledge with trivia cards or create some competition with board games and card games. Christmas decorations are also a great Christmas Eve box idea. From fun vegetables to cocktail glasses and patchwork initials, find one you can personalise to the recipient. For the beauty lover, choose a relaxing bath bomb, scented perfume or haircare hero to evoke some Christmas calm, and wrap up in an initial make-up bag for a personal touch.
Something for the grown-ups
Looking for Christmas Eve box ideas for adults? Hosting essentials are always a win - fill your Christmas Eve box with all the ingredients you need to toast the season, from glassware sets to fun ceramics. Alternatively, go for soft, warm accessories to combat the cold. Think knitted gloves, chunky scarves, and sparkly socks for a festive touch. Or try a new pyjama set for cosy nights in.
For the cocktail connoisseur, something to elevate their home bar should do the trick. Spinning whisky tumblers, flavoured syrups and cocktail shakers will be well received.
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